CBS News: How much interest will a $40,000 savings account earn in 2026 (and which accounts can earn more)? An update from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) on Monday underscored what millions of American savers already knew – the interest they're accruing with traditional savings accounts is ... How much interest will a $40,000 savings account earn in 2026 (and which accounts can earn more)?

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